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Plant Life : The Leaf — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 6 · Biology

What Plant Life : The Leaf covers in ICSE Class 6 Biology: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 6 Biology syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 6 Biology · 2026-27

Topics in Plant Life : The Leaf

1

External Structure of a Leaf

  • A leaf has three main parts: petiole, lamina, and veins.
  • Petiole is the stalk that attaches the leaf to the stem.
  • Lamina (or leaf blade) is the flat, green part of the leaf where photosynthesis happens.
2

Types of Leaves

  • Leaves are of two types: simple and compound.
  • Simple leaves have an undivided lamina, e.g., mango, banana.
  • Compound leaves are divided into smaller parts called leaflets, e.g., rose, silk cotton.
3

Venation in Leaves

  • Venation is the arrangement of veins in the lamina.
  • Two types: reticulate and parallel venation.
  • Reticulate venation forms a net-like pattern — found in dicots like mango and peepal.
4

Functions of the Leaf

  • Main functions: photosynthesis and transpiration.
  • Photosynthesis: Leaves make food using sunlight, water, carbon dioxide, and chlorophyll.
  • Transpiration: Loss of water vapour from leaves — helps in cooling and water absorption.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Leaf

Structure of LeafTypes of LeavesVenationPhyllotaxyFunctions of LeafPhotosynthesisTranspirationModifications of Leaf

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What are the important topics in Plant Life : The Leaf for ICSE Class 6 Biology?
Key topics in Plant Life : The Leaf include External Structure of a Leaf, Types of Leaves, Venation in Leaves, Functions of the Leaf. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Plant Life : The Leaf for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 100 practice questions on Plant Life : The Leaf. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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